LANXESS · 6 hours ago
Senior Environmental Engineer
Kalama, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$108K/yr - $180K/yr
5+ years expLANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with about 12,000 employees in 32 countries. They are seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and support key environmental programs. The role involves conducting inspections, preparing reports, and collaborating with regulatory agencies to maintain environmental standards.
BiotechnologyChemicalIndustrial
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, including Clean Water, Waste, Air Quality, Pollution Control, and other applicable standards
Conduct environmental inspections (e.g., NESHAP FF, generator hours, opacity, Leak Detection and Repair [LDAR]) and perform environmental sampling
Plan, oversee, and review source testing for plant emission units
Support key environmental programs, including hazardous waste management, stormwater, and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC)
Prepare and submit environmental reports to regulatory agencies and maintain online compliance databases
Collect, track, and analyze environmental data to support compliance and continuous improvement initiatives
Serve as liaison with regulatory agencies and coordinate ongoing permit renewal processes
Collaborate with the legal team on permit documentation and compliance matters
Oversee the site’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting, including energy use, production, and air emissions
Lead meetings, produce agendas and minutes, and manage communications with the Southwest Clean Air Agency (SWCAA) regarding permits
Implement and manage construction, NSPR, and BACT permits
Develop and maintain air-related programs, forecast regulatory changes, and provide training to management and operations teams
Execute environmental programs, follow established guidelines, and independently resolve issues when necessary
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or Chemical Engineering
Min. 5 years of experience in environmental compliance, preferably in a chemical plant or industrial setting
Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and experience working with regulatory agencies
Experience with Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR), Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), SPCC, and hazardous waste management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to identify gaps in existing programs and develop solutions to ensure compliance and sustainability
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, including Clean Water, Waste, Air Quality, Pollution Control, and other applicable standards
Conduct environmental inspections (e.g., NESHAP FF, generator hours, opacity, Leak Detection and Repair [LDAR]) and perform environmental sampling
Plan, oversee, and review source testing for plant emission units
Support key environmental programs, including hazardous waste management, stormwater, and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC)
Prepare and submit environmental reports to regulatory agencies and maintain online compliance databases
Collect, track, and analyze environmental data to support compliance and continuous improvement initiatives
Serve as liaison with regulatory agencies and coordinate ongoing permit renewal processes
Collaborate with the legal team on permit documentation and compliance matters
Oversee the site's Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting, including energy use, production, and air emissions
Lead meetings, produce agendas and minutes, and manage communications with the Southwest Clean Air Agency (SWCAA) regarding permits
Implement and manage construction, NSPR, and BACT permits
Develop and maintain air-related programs, forecast regulatory changes, and provide training to management and operations teams
Execute environmental programs, follow established guidelines, and independently resolve issues when necessary
Work outdoors in varying conditions (heat, cold, dust, noise, chemicals, vibration)
Perform field activities: walk long distances, climb ladders, carry equipment (up to 50 lbs), bend, kneel, stoop, reach, and work in confined spaces or at heights
Frequent repetitive motions and occasional fine hand work; operate vehicles and tools
Work around heavy equipment while wearing required PPE (safety glasses, gloves, boots, hard hat, hearing protection, respirator)
Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
Benefits
Health care - Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Spending Account (HSA) with High Deductible PPO XD
Employee Life Insurance - Basic, Supplemental Life and AD&D
Dependent Life Insurance and AD&D
Disability Coverage - Short-Term and Long-Term
Flexible Spending Accounts - Health Care and Dependent Care
NortonLifeLock device security, online privacy, and identity theft protection
Aflac Benefits
Legal Assistance Program
Retirement Benefits - Defined Contribution 401(k) Plan with Employer Retirement Contribution and Employer Match
With our global "Xwork" program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
Washington employees who are not covered by a collective bargaining agreement accrue a minimum of 80 hours of vacation per year; have 10 paid holidays; and accrue 64 hours of Sick/Personal time per year.
Company
LANXESS
LANXESS is a specialty chemicals company. It is a sub-organization of Bayer.
Founded in 2004Cologne, Nordrhein-Westfalen, DEU
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$894.16M2024-09-26Post Ipo Debt· $894.16M
2005-01-31IPO
Leadership Team
Frederique van Baarle
President & Chief Executive Officer- LANXESS Corporation & President Americas - LANXESS Group
Recent News
2025-11-11
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